Mentor Qualifications

Executive on Campus mentors are alumni and friends of Baruch College who help their students (mentees) prepare for the world after college. Mentors help undergraduate and graduate students develop business etiquette and skills that are essential in communicating, networking and interviewing. Mentors assist mentees in understanding the many career paths available to them. For many first generation and international students at Baruch, Mentors aid in the transition to college level culture. Mentors provide exceptional learning experiences for their student; they have the ability to lead, inspire and motivate their mentees by expanding their awareness, insight, and perspective. The mentor is not expected to obtain an internship or job for the student (mentee) through his or her connections.

EOC’s Academic Year-Long Mentoring Program is a professional partnership between Baruch students and their EOC mentors. It is open to undergraduate and graduate students based upon their graduation year. This year’s program is serving students graduating in 2021. The official mentorship starts in September and lasts through May, however if the mentor and mentee wish, they may keep in touch after the official mentorship concludes. The program is a commitment: the Mentor and mentee must meet face-to-face at least once a month and maintain regular contact via email or telephone. Both the mentor and mentee must check in with the EOC office once per semester and attend all of the mandatory EOC workshops, orientations, and events that are a part of the Program. EOC’s Academic Year-Long Mentoring Programs serve Baruch students from all three schools: the Marxe School of Public and International Affairs, the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences and the Zicklin School of Business.

**It is not the goal of the Program, nor is it expected of Mentors to provide their mentees with an internship or a job, and mentees in the Program may not ask their Mentors for an internship or a job.**

• Virtual Mentoring Week is an opportunity for all currently enrolled Baruch students to meet with executives and top managers from various industries throughout New York City. Mentors will meet with students in a virtual setting for 1 hour individual sessions to discuss career related topics such as networking skills, industry trends, career changes and transitioning from student to professional.
• Mentor for a Morning/Evening mini mentoring sessions give students a chance to speak with a seasoned executive in their field of interest. As with the Year-Long mentoring programs, many of these relationships turn into lifetime relationships. Mentor for a Morning and Mentor for an Evening serve all Baruch students from all three schools. Mentor for a Morning is held in the spring and Mentor for an Evening is held once a semester.*Currently postponed due to the pandemic. However, it has been replaced by Virtual Mentoring Week**
• Job$mart Speaker Series brings high-profile guests to Baruch College to discuss timely insights and career advice with the EOC community. Speakers come from a range of industries; these essential updates are free to students and alumni.

• College degree
• Minimum 4 years of experience for short-term commitment programs
• 5+ years of work experience, including 3+ years management and/or supervisory experience for long-term commitment programs
• Broad business experience, including being up-to-date on the latest business and industry trends
• Track record or demonstrated interest in mentoring
  *Exceptions to the qualifications are determined on a case-by-case basis.
  **All mentors must adhere to the Baruch Code of Ethics: http://tinyurl.com/dy9wcjy

Exceptions to the criteria are determined on a case-by-case basis. Prospective mentors who do not meet the requirement, but are recommended by colleagues and/or current Mentors may be invited to interview with Kimberly Chu. Prospective Mentors with at least 4 years of experience are welcome to participate in our short-term commitment programs: Mentor for a Morning/Evening and Job$mart Speaker Series.